Serving the Adoption, Foster Care, and Safe Families for Children Communities
Tuesday, February 28, 2017
Thursday, February 23, 2017
Young Adult Adoptee Group!
Young Adult Adoptee Group
This event is for older teens and adults (15 years old or older) who would like to discuss adoption-related topics in a safe and open environment. Parents can also attend a separate group simultaneously, led by a licensed therapist (no fee for parents, but please RSVP). Discussions will range in topics from:
- peer relationships,
- launching out of their parents home,
- college/career,
- and other adoption related issues.
Facilitated by Pam Shepard, LCSW and an adult-adoptee.
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When?
March 7, 2016
Tuesday, 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Where?
Holt-Sunny Ridge Children's Services
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Monday, February 20, 2017
Sensory Night: A Hands-On Workshop for Parents!
The Vulnerable Children’s
Ministry Presents
Sensory Night:
A Hands-On
Workshop for
Parents
Wednesday, March 8th,
7:30-8:45pm
Willow Creek
Community Church,
(In Guest Central,
off the main lobby)
67 E. Algonquin
Road, So. Barrington, IL
This
highly engaging workshop, taught by a certified Learning Behavioral Specialist,
will offer hands-on, practical information about sensory issues, how to
recognize them in your children, and what tools you can use to help them.
- Learn how to make your own Sensory Kit with items around your home.
- Discover sensory tools and ideas that help!
- Take part in an exercise that will show you how it feels to have sensory overload.
- Meet “Domino” the therapy bunny!
DCFS Training
Credits are available for this workshop
Questions? E-mail vulnerablechildren@willowcreek.org
Childcare for infants through pre-K is available, and Awana is
available for Kindergarten through Grade 5 at Midweek for Kids.
Monday, February 13, 2017
Safe Families Training Opportunities!
Safe Families for Children Presents
Chicago Area Volunteer Training Days!
Offered as an alternative to online training, this event is designed to equip you to welcome a child into your home (Host Family) or support a host or placing parent (Family Friend) and move you through the training process efficiently. The live Comprehensive Training Session includes everything you need to become a certified Safe Family Volunteer—all in one place.
- Start or submit your application
- Get fingerprints taken for the background check
- Complete your training hours
- Meet like-minded families who will support you
February 18, Chicago, IL
February 25th, Evanston, IL
February 25th, Evanston, IL
March 4th, Crystal Lake, IL
March 11th, So. Barrington, IL
March 18th, Naperville, IL
for any of the locations.
The
training will be in two parts. The first two hours will be for all
volunteers. The second two hours will be for Host Families. So,
anyone interested in being a Family Friend only needs to stay for the
first two hours. Host Families need to stay for the whole training.
A light breakfast and lunch is included.
Reserve your spot today! We look forward to seeing you to equip and encourage you in your journey.
If you have further questions please contact Sarah Mohr, 773-653-2222, or smohr@safefamilies.net
Thursday, February 9, 2017
Foster Care Informational Meeting
Foster Care Information Meeting
Have you ever thought about
becoming a foster parent? Join us for an informational meeting where you can
come to find answers to your questions!
Many foster parents have said
that is was in prayer that they became inspired to open their home to a child
in need. Children who have experienced trauma, abuse, neglect, or abandonment
need a safe place to heal, to learn, and to grow. Is God calling you?
Monday, February 20th,
7:00-8:00pm
Willow Creek
Community Church
Room B105 (enter by
the chapel)
67 E. Algonquin Road,
So. Barrington, IL
You will hear from Dr. Cheryl Stenzel, Director of Allendale’s Foster Care
Program, as well as Janice Greenwalt, a foster parent, and a C.A.S.A. (Court
Appointed Special Advocate).
For questions and to register,
contact Dr. Cheryl Stenzel at cstenzel@allendale4kids.org
or call 847-245-6377
*Please note: Child care is not
available for this event.
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